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Djokovic puts down Federer fightback to reach final
MELBOURNE (Reuters) – Champion Novak Djokovic foiled a stirring fightback from Roger Federer to defeat the Swiss 6-1 6-2 3-6 6-3 at the Australian Open on Thursday and charge into a fifth successive grand slam final. Storming to a two-set lead within an hour, Djokovic appeared destined to complete a stinging humiliation under the lights […]
Confident Kerber feels she belongs in grand slam finals
German Angelique Kerber, having reached the finals of the Australian Grand Slam, is very confident of her chances against Serena Williams.
All eyes on Djokovic v Federer on day 11 at Melbourne Park
Reigning champion Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer will square off in a modern tennis classic in the first men's semi-final at the Australian Open.
Konta hungry for more slam success after semi-final loss
Johanna Konta's exhilarating run at the Australian Open was finally halted, but the Briton leaves Melbourne Park "hungry" for more grand slam success.
German Kerber ends Konta’s run to reach Melbourne final
Angelique Kerber ended Johanna Konta's fairytale run at the Australian Open to earn a place in her first grand slam final.
Serena demolishes Radwanska to make final in Australia
Serena Williams bulldozed her way into the Australian Open final on Thursday.
Defender Murray focuses on Raonic assault
Andy Murray will need to bring laser-sharp focus into Friday's semi-final against the red-hot Milos Raonic.
Serena playing at another level, says beaten Radwanska
Serena Williams is playing tennis on another level compared to the rest of the women's field, according to Agnieszka Radwanska.
Federer vs Djokovic – Semifinal Preview
The final before the final. The grand-daddy of tennis games. Federer vs Djokovic - here's all you need to know.
Raonic looks at the bigger picture for inspiration
Admirer of Chinese artist Ai Weiwei & pop-art master Andy Warhol, Milos Raonic is now trying to create his own memorable work, albeit on a tennis court.
All eyes on Djokovic v Federer on day 11 at Melbourne Park
(Reuters) – Reigning champion Novak Djokovic and number three seed Roger Federer will square off in a modern tennis classic when they take to centre court in the first men’s semi-final at the Australian Open on Thursday. At stake is a shot at history. Both are bidding to equal Australian Roy Emerson’s record of six […]
Rule Britannia in Melbourne as Andy Murray, Johanna Konta through
By Ian Ransom MELBOURNE (Reuters) – British hearts swelled with pride at Melbourne Park on Wednesday as Andy Murray battled into the Australian Open semi-finals after compatriot Johanna Konta swept into the last four of the women’s tournament. Murray won a typically attritional slog against Spaniard David Ferrer 6-3 6-7(5) 6-2 6-3, while Konta eased […]
